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Mountains & hills · South East England

Bow Hill

In or near Falmer.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Bow Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 153 m.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Falmer · 2.7 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Bow Hill is a mountain located in england south east. Elevation: 153 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Clayton to Offham Escarpment SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Bow Hill is a mountain located in South-East England. It is known for its scenic views and natural landscape, making it a suitable destination for outdoor activities such as hiking and walking. The area offers various trails for visitors to explore, providing opportunities to appreciate the local flora and fauna.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.8857, -0.0944
County
East Sussex
District
Lewes
Parish
Falmer
Postcode
BN1 9PN
Parliamentary constituency
Lewes
Nearest railway station
Falmer — 2.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bow Hill?
Bow Hill is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN1 9PN), in the parish of Falmer.
What is Bow Hill?
Bow Hill — mountain in england south east. Elevation: 153 m.
How do I get to Bow Hill?
The nearest railway station is Falmer, about 2.7 km away. The nearest town is Falmer. Drivers can use postcode BN1 9PN.
Is Bow Hill a protected site?
Yes — Bow Hill is part of the Clayton to Offham Escarpment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Bow Hill?
The nearest railway station is Falmer, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BN1 9PN.